Hello,
I'm seeing quite a few different "methods" or instructions for rooting. I just picked up my Oneplus 8 today with T-Mobile, it's on a payment plan if that matters for SIM unlock, etc.
What's the easiest method to rooting the device? I use Adguard and want it to run using the "root" method which is better, per their support (which is why I bought this phone). My current build (which reports up to date) is 10.5.10.IN55CB
Thanks to all in advance
P.S. Any negative effects? I'm reading mixed reports of loss of LTE/Wifi.
You can only root after sim unlocking the device. After that you would apply for an unlock token from OnePlus, and after a week you'll be able to unlock the bootloader (which will wipe your data) and then you will be able to proceed with any of the root guides posted here.
There is a sim unlock thread in the guides section here, though the person offering the free service is heavily backlogged at the moment. You may have better luck asking TMobile on Twitter for a permanent unlock, though they are very stubborn.
Once your device has been permanently unlocked, you would toggle unlock bootloader in developer options, enter fastboot and enter a command (follow the OnePlus unlock bootloader guide somewhere on Google for this)
NikoZBK said:
You can only root after sim unlocking the device. After that you would apply for an unlock token from OnePlus, and after a week you'll be able to unlock the bootloader (which will wipe your data) and then you will be able to proceed with any of the root guides posted here.
There is a sim unlock thread in the guides section here, though the person offering the free service is heavily backlogged at the moment. You may have better luck asking TMobile on Twitter for a permanent unlock, though they are very stubborn.
Once your device has been permanently unlocked, you would toggle unlock bootloader in developer options, enter fastboot and enter a command (follow the OnePlus unlock bootloader guide somewhere on Google for this)
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Thank you very much for this. Do you know if my device would have to be paid in full before asking TMobile for a permanent unlock?
Mikal2580 said:
Thank you very much for this. Do you know if my device would have to be paid in full before asking TMobile for a permanent unlock?
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TMobile will officially unlock it after paying it off in full (and I think be on the network for x number of days) but there have been cases where they have unlocked the device prior to it being paid off, ultimately it depends on the representative you speak to
NikoZBK said:
TMobile will officially unlock it after paying it off in full (and I think be on the network for x number of days) but there have been cases where they have unlocked the device prior to it being paid off, ultimately it depends on the representative you speak to
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Thanks, this is probably the method I'll go with once I sell off my S10+ (after they release that since I paid off lease).
Mikal2580 said:
Thanks, this is probably the method I'll go with once I sell off my S10+ (after they release that since I paid off lease).
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Look on our website there is someone who can SIM Unlock for you, without you having to pay off your phone first. From there you can request from One Plus to send you your unlock bin. This is how I went about it, I was up and running with an unlocked bootloader in 1 week. Might want to donate if possible:highfive:
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Look on our website there is someone who can SIM Unlock for you, without you having to pay off your phone first. From there you can request from One Plus to send you your unlock bin. This is how I went about it, I was up and running with an unlocked bootloader in 1 week. Might want to donate if possible:highfive:
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Read up, seems good Thanks, will do.
Droidman61 said:
Look on our website there is someone who can SIM Unlock for you, without you having to pay off your phone first. From there you can request from One Plus to send you your unlock bin. This is how I went about it, I was up and running with an unlocked bootloader in 1 week. Might want to donate if possible:highfive:
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What's your website? I'm interested in doing a SIM unlock.
Thanks.
geiswiz said:
What's your website? I'm interested in doing a SIM unlock.
Thanks.
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Check the below thread here on xda for sim unlock. Happy modding!
https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-8/how-to/t-mobile-free-t-mobile-op8-sim-unlocking-t4106005
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Check the below thread here on xda for sim unlock. Happy modding!
https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-8/how-to/t-mobile-free-t-mobile-op8-sim-unlocking-t4106005
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I've been checking that thread and it seems like he is really busy and not accepting DMs. This was from earlier today:
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At this time, I am pausing this service again. I will reopen the service when I am ready to start up the unlocking requests again.
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I've been checking that thread and it seems like he is really busy and not accepting DMs. This was from earlier today:
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At this time, I am pausing this service again. I will reopen the service when I am ready to start up the unlocking requests again.
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Yeah he does get busy but he unlocked mine and my wife OnePlus 8 phones. Just be careful with outsiders and don't give them your IMEI number or any other sensitive info. Happy modding!
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Hello everyone
Here's my problem and my idea:
I bought T-Mobile Galaxy S7 on ebay about a week ago (Stock QC1 firmware) and now I'm in need of sim unlock, which I can't, my device's unlock fails every time through Device Unlock app
I've searched through the web past two days and found no solution whatsoever. Every service is down for now and I cannot find any ways to unlock my phone.
So, here's what I thought: Maybe here's someone who can actually develop or figure out a solution for this since many solutions are available for S6/S6e and many other t mobile phones, but not for S7.
I can be tester and provide any files/dumps if needed or anything you guys ask.
I believe I'm not the only one with this problem and if we try hard enough, we can do this. Many people can benefit from this also, so let's be useful.
To mods, if you believe this is a wrong place to post this thread, please move it where it belongs.
Thanks to you all.
So your idea is just to look at other device solutions? [emoji1]
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I guess that's the part of it
Cheers
We probably wont see a direct unlock solution on these T-Mobile/MetroPCS QUALCOMM based Galaxys for some time. The older models you mentioned are Exynos based CPUs, they are being unlocked all the time. Unlock app or trusted server for imei unlock is our only solutions for now.
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installerrev said:
Hello everyone
Here's my problem and my idea:
I bought T-Mobile Galaxy S7 on ebay about a week ago (Stock QC1 firmware) and now I'm in need of sim unlock, which I can't, my device's unlock fails every time through Device Unlock app
I've searched through the web past two days and found no solution whatsoever. Every service is down for now and I cannot find any ways to unlock my phone.
So, here's what I thought: Maybe here's someone who can actually develop or figure out a solution for this since many solutions are available for S6/S6e and many other t mobile phones, but not for S7.
I can be tester and provide any files/dumps if needed or anything you guys ask.
I believe I'm not the only one with this problem and if we try hard enough, we can do this. Many people can benefit from this also, so let's be useful.
To mods, if you believe this is a wrong place to post this thread, please move where it belongs.
Thanks to you all.
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I stand with you. I think a bounty would be appropriate. I go loads of s7 and s7 edge to unlock. I may be at a huge loss if no unlock comes
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We probably wont see a direct unlock solution on these T-Mobile/MetroPCS QUALCOMM based Galaxys for some time. The older models you mentioned are Exynos based CPUs, they are being unlocked all the time. Unlock app or trusted server for imei unlock is our only solutions for now.
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I believe of we have alot of people working toward it something interesting would come out if it. Considering s8 is also there, more people Wil be requiring unlock. It's only a matter of time
Factory reset your phone, then try to use the device unlock. You can select temporary unlock or permanent unlock. Once you are done you will have a sim unlocked device.
stuntman112 said:
We probably wont see a direct unlock solution on these T-Mobile/MetroPCS QUALCOMM based Galaxys for some time. The older models you mentioned are Exynos based CPUs, they are being unlocked all the time. Unlock app or trusted server for imei unlock is our only solutions for now.
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Actually, MetroPCS s7 & s7e device unlock is available for $20 and Qualcomm S6 and below is also unlockable, there are many remote unlock services on ebay/various websites for those devices.
I've been* trying to unlock my S7 since April but no luck.
I know this issues with t-mobile Quallcomm Galaxys are about locked bootloader but that's the only thing I found out.
If someone can make bounty pool or something similar, I would gladly participate.
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KillerClaw321 said:
Factory reset your phone, then try to use the device unlock. You can select temporary unlock or permanent unlock. Once you are done you will have a sim unlocked device.
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Lol. How many factory resets required? I still haven't gotten unlocked.
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Lol. How many factory resets required? I still haven't gotten unlocked.
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You using the latest version not rooted?
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You using the latest version not rooted?
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Yup. I'm on android 7.0. I could go back to 6.0.1 too. Why do you think this is a method to unlock? You need to connect to Tmobile database to unlock. Merely factory reset won't do anything. It's all in the cloud
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Yup. I'm on android 7.0. I could go back to 6.0.1 too. Why do you think this is a method to unlock? You need to connect to Tmobile database to unlock. Merely factory reset won't do anything. It's all in the cloud
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I know, however when I had issues with the device unlock app a fresh install of the latest version worked and I was able to temporarily unlock for a month.
I did it just now after a factory reset, rooted and running no BS Rom...
T-mobile
I went through the same ordeal. I had to actually call t-mobile and get a representative to unlock it using the phone's IMEI number so it could be used on all carriers. Call them, I'm sure they will unlock it for you. That t-mobile unlock app doesn't do anything. Also under developer options, you need to check OEM unlock before you call t-mobile.
-Just my two cents, Bob
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I know, however when I had issues with the device unlock app a fresh install of the latest version worked and I was able to temporarily unlock for a month.
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My device asks for active cellular connection in order to get temporary unlock, but I can't get carrier signal since phone is locked.... are you T-Mobile customer and were you using their sim card? I am not.
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I went through the same ordeal. I had to actually call t-mobile and get a representative to unlock it using the phone's IMEI number so it could be used on all carriers. Call them, I'm sure they will unlock it for you. That t-mobile unlock app doesn't do anything. Also under developer options, you need to check OEM unlock before you call t-mobile.
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Called them maybe 10 times, even used their facebook page. Every single customer representative said phone is fully paid and nothing is blocking it but they can't help me because I'm not actual / original phone owner on their database, and person I purchased this phone from has no idea what unlock is, he's impossible to deal with. Maybe you have any tips for me?
Thank you everybody for taking your time and helping us.
Just a quick update, I just flashed latest G930U firmware and after SIM card insertion, phone asks for unlock code, which of course I have no idea what it is
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I did it just now after a factory reset, rooted and running no BS Rom...
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I think you and @boobteg have a paid off devices eligible for unlock. What you need to know ow is that the device unlock app doesn't work on custom roms. It requires a stock rom. There are some of us who are not eligible for unlock.
Any progress?
none so far
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Hi! im having the same problem, i cant unlock my s7 tmobile with device unlock app, every place i try say it that the service is down. II flashed with the g930U, now the smartphone ask me for an unlock code, there is anyway to find that "unlock code" to unlock the phone in this way? Or maybe installing an non stock rom is possible to unlock the phone?
Help!! i cant use it in my actually country
morpheus1978 said:
Hi! im having the same problem, i cant unlock my s7 tmobile with device unlock app, every place i try say it that the service is down. II flashed with the g930U, now the smartphone ask me for an unlock code, there is anyway to find that "unlock code" to unlock the phone in this way? Or maybe installing an non stock rom is possible to unlock the phone?
Help!! i cant use it in my actually country
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For now, no way to unlock..
Hi I bought a phone from EE, in Dev options I can see that OEM unlock is disabled. Does that mean I have to wait 6 month's for EE to revive SIM lock in order to unlock bootloader and root phone?
Just checked my EE Pixel 2. The wording of the 'OEM unlocking' option is 'Unavailable on mobile-locked devices' so I would guess that that is indeed the case.
If you read EE terms and conditions, the 1st 6 months EE own the device under contract. You will need to wait 6 months before you can request unlock code or server side activation. Is this what you want to query? or are you looking to root the device and install custom roms?
I am sure you could source a unlock early if you know where to look on the net
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If you read EE terms and conditions, the 1st 6 months EE own the device under contract. You will need to wait 6 months before you can request unlock code or server side activation. Is this what you want to query? or are you looking to root the device and install custom roms?
I am sure you could source a unlock early if you know where to look on the net
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I would like to root and instalki custom roms.
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If you read EE terms and conditions, the 1st 6 months EE own the device under contract. You will need to wait 6 months before you can request unlock code or server side activation. Is this what you want to query? or are you looking to root the device and install custom roms?
I am sure you could source a unlock early if you know where to look on the net
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I also have EE version of Pixel 2 and it is sim locked.
I'm trying to find solution for SIM unlocking but I cannot find
If you have any suggestion please share
The way around this is to RMA your phone and Google will replace your carrier locked phone with an unlocked version.
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The way around this is to RMA your phone and Google will replace your carrier locked phone with an unlocked version.
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Dont think this is the option in my case.
I bought my phone on Amazon and I live in couny where Google doesnt sell Pixel 2 phones.
For me, i think, the only option is EE Unlock sim code.
I have't tryied this butA EE has option for second hand buyers, to unlock phone. You need to call nuber...... and follow their instruction.
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The way around this is to RMA your phone and Google will replace your carrier locked phone with an unlocked version.
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Hi Stea1th,
Will this actually work? I received my Pixel 2 yesterday as a contract upgrade from EE but because it's carrier locked to them I can't unlock the bootloader :crying:
Also do you know where the online form is to RMA it? The link that google has put in their warranty page to start the RMA process literally loops you back to the same instructional page
Thanks
bbeanss said:
Hi Stea1th,
Will this actually work? I received my Pixel 2 yesterday as a contract upgrade from EE but because it's carrier locked to them I can't unlock the bootloader :crying:
Also do you know where the online form is to RMA it? The link that google has put in their warranty page to start the RMA process literally loops you back to the same instructional page
Thanks
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Hi
Sorry for the rather late reply.
4 years too late!
Hope you got everything sorted.
Is there a way to unlock the bootloader and root the OnePlus 7 Pro from T-Mobile, if gotten through like the Jump on Demand program? Not paid off yet.
I thought someone here was allowing you to text him or her your phone number and IMEI and they'd unlock it for you, not sure if that has something to do with then being able to unlock the bootloader?
Yes. Gotta unlock first. Send your devices phone number and last name of account holder..wait a couple of days and you will receive a private message on XDA..then use the unlock app to unlock
https://forum.xda-developers.com/on...-unlock-sim-t-mobile-users-heres-how-t3935327
Then you can move forward with bootloader unlock, root etc etc
https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-7-pro/how-to/guide-bootloader-unlock-twrp-install-t3940368
Hopefully I'm not breaking any rules by linking..lol
I do want to add that I converted from the newest T-Mobile OOS to the newest international version of OOS. In the guides it will tell you in what order to do all this.
I'm not trying to be rude, I'm really not but a simple search in this forum would absolutely give you all the answers needed
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Yes. Gotta unlock first. Send your devices phone number and last name of account holder..wait a couple of days and you will receive a private message on XDA..then use the unlock app to unlock
https://forum.xda-developers.com/on...-unlock-sim-t-mobile-users-heres-how-t3935327
Then you can move forward with bootloader unlock, root etc etc
https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-7-pro/how-to/guide-bootloader-unlock-twrp-install-t3940368
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Thank you for the links and quick response, much appreciated It's nice to have friendly helpful XDA members.
I thought the T-Mobile phone could be rooted with that sim unlock thing, just wasn't super sure.
You're welcome friend. The Sim unlock is just the first step. While you are waiting for the unlock, check out the process and in what order to do things to obtain root. There is a thread in the guides section that tells you in what order to do things, E.G. unlock Sim, upgrade to international version of oxygen, root, unlock bootloader, install magisk, and twrp (not necessarily in that order). I did not install twrp as I don't need it. I only installed magisk after Sim unlock, upgrade to newest international version of oxygen, root and bootloader unlock (not necessarily in that order)
Hopefully this helps
I bought a oneplus 7 pro without paying much attention to the fine print. The phone apparently has an IMEI issue and it locked to T-mobile. I want to use it in UAE, is there any way I can unlock it and use it here. It has already been shipped and I can't cancel my order.
PS: Can I unlock my bootloader and install custom roms.
Dinner... You should be able to unlock the bootloader and root it, but it will remain Sim-locked to t-mobile. There are services online that will unlock it from the t-mobile network.
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PS: Can I unlock my bootloader and install custom roms.
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I think there might be a way actually. Haven't personally tried it, but many have said it works. It looks like on the the Android 10 Developer Preview 3, you can actually bypass the token, and unlock the bootloader! I'm not sure if the phone would still technically be SIM locked to T-Mobile (if you wanted to use another carrier), but honestly have no idea. But at least from what it sounds like you should be able to unlock the bootloader, and flash custom roms.
Check out these posts, and the main XDA article that has instructions:
https://www.xda-developers.com/t-mobile-oneplus-7-pro-root-tutorial/amp/
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You still need an unlock token from OnePlus to unlock the TMO model, even on global firmware. It takes about a week from request to processing. You can get around it by flashing the A10 DP3 OTA, and it won't check for the token.
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I bought an extra 7 Pro since It was only $450 through T-Mobile. If you're looking for a way to unlock the bootloader as soon as you get it you can. You can follow the guide here. It worked perfectly on mine:
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Best of luck. Please let me know if I can help at all.
Can the bootlooder be unlocked with the t-mobile one plus 8.
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Can the bootlooder be unlocked with the t-mobile one plus 8.
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Yes. The bootloader can be unlocked, device can be rooted and custom ROMS can be flashed.
You need to get your sim unlocked. From there you can boot loader unlock...
Here are the exact steps to your question: https://support.oneplus.com/app/ans...-to-unlock-bootloader-for-oneplus-smart-phone
I think its going to be pretty much the same as the OnePlus 6 and 7 on T-Mo. I had the 6T. I wrote a guide for unlocking and getting around boot loader. Not my work, just compiled everyone elses work in a central location. But yeah, here are the steps to unlock, convert, and go back to stock for T-Mobile 6T: https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-6t/how-to/guide-sim-bootloader-unlock-root-t3921795
Based off other peoples posts, I think the 8 will be the exact same steps. I just need to get my SIM card unlocked. Once I do I go bootloader unlock then custom ROM.
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Can the bootlooder be unlocked with the t-mobile one plus 8.
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I'm going to chime in here in regards to the unlock code process.
It took exactly one week to receive an email from oneplus.com. don't bother calling t-mobile for help on this because they have zero access to those unlock codes.
In addition, you will need to do a sim unlock. mobbdepp is the person who can do this for you. He has an OP devoted and dedicated to the sim unlock process, guidelines and whatnot. He helped me get my sim unlock for my oneplus 8.
Now, I'm going to step back and wait until you receive your unlock code from oneplus first.
I and the XDA community are here to assist you! :good:
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I'm going to chime in here in regards to the unlock code process.
It took exactly one week to receive an email from oneplus.com. don't bother calling t-mobile for help on this because they have zero access to those unlock codes.
In addition, you will need to do a sim unlock. mobbdepp is the person who can do this for you. He has an OP devoted and dedicated to the sim unlock process, guidelines and whatnot. He helped me get my sim unlock for my oneplus 8.
Now, I'm going to step back and wait until you receive your unlock code from oneplus first.
I and the XDA community are here to assist you! :good:
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I have a SIM unlocked and unlocked bootloader on a T-Mobile OP8 and am also curious on how to root it and or convert it to the global/international FW
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I have a SIM unlocked and unlocked bootloader on a T-Mobile OP8 and am also curious on how to root it and or convert it to the global/international FW
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This process is going to be tricky. Before we get started, are you comfortable and familiar with fastboot?
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This process is going to be tricky. Before we get started, are you comfortable and familiar with fastboot?
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I'm fairly comfortable with fastboot. I've rooted and unlocked bootloaders on devices before, just not in a while. I have the MSM unbrick tool for the Tmobile Version of the OP8 and I've already used it a couple times. I'm pretty comfortable. Device is on 10.5.7.IN55CB.
My sole reason for rooting is to fix the fingerprint scanner from relocking the bootloader after realizing a lot of my apps wouldn't work.
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I'm fairly comfortable with fastboot. I've rooted and unlocked bootloaders on devices before, just not in a while. I have the MSM unbrick tool for the Tmobile Version of the OP8 and I've already used it a couple times. I'm pretty comfortable. Device is on 10.5.7.IN55CB.
My sole reason for rooting is to fix the fingerprint scanner from relocking the bootloader after realizing a lot of my apps wouldn't work.
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Now that you mention the fingerprint scanner, have you/did you make a backup of your persist.img? NOTE: From what I've gathered, persist.img are unique to each phone and cannot be shared. If you didn't, your persist.img must be lost forever. Again, this is from what I gathered through these forums and posts.